[Merlin122]

Originally Posted by Zen

The main problem here is stereotyping.....

We must understand that not all people are what they seem.

Let me give you an example:

I was born in Birmingham Alabama , then raised in the hills of Missouri.
For those whom are not familliar with those areas I'll go a little further...

Birmingham is a place of deep Racism and Hate. Imagine the largest city in the state , and that state is Alabama , a place only second to Ol' Miss for hatred.

Now in Missouri , I HONESTLY have relatives that hunt and eat possum. Served at Familly reunions. lol. Think Beverly Hillbillies.

This is how I grew up , I have countless relatives that are the prime example of " Hillbillies ".

I spent the rest of my childhood in Florida and Louisiana. DEEP south.
Now heres some more proof....

I was kicked out of High School in the 10th grade for Drug use and Criminal Activity.

Now heres where the stereotyping falls short.

I'm self-educated beyond the 10th grade and got my High school diploma after being kicked out , at the ripe age of 16 mind you. I then quit using drugs and joined the Army the next year . I spent 2 years researching world religions to finally choose Buddism.

Today I am my own boss , I run my own bussiness and have traveled the world with my wife and two children. I am a productive member of society , watch the news every morning , and vote every 4 years.

Oh and when you see me my friend , don't judge me. I'll be the one wearing a tatered cowboy hat and speaking with a bit of a cajun accent.

ur buhddist 2!? beer: